Flushing, decongesting, and cleansing effect on the body including the blood.

Reduces inflammation, detoxifies, and cleanses the skin

Helps clear heat and stagnation

Consume cleavers then sit in silence and you may get a sense and feeling of how deeply it can move congested 'blocks' in the body.

Preparations

Usually taken as a tea, but can be eaten or ground fresh. Used externally as a poultice, wash compress, or in prepared products including salves, lotions, and ointments. Equally as suitable as an extract or capsule and may be lightly sprinkled on food as it has a fresh taste.

Brew

200 - 210°F

Western: Take 1-2 tsp of herb per cup. Bring water to boil then add herb. Turn off heat. Cover and let steep 15-20 minutes. Consume 2-3x a day

Minerals

Silica, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium.

More Info

Aroma/Flavor

Astringent, Sweet

Precautions

Excessive use may cause skin irritation

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